"The Court set a precedent that will haunt the American people for decades to come," [House Resources Committee Chairman Richard W.] Pombo (R-CA) continued. "Invoking eminent domain should be an extremely rare occurrence in this country and for a very clearly defined public use."

Congress is fast-tracking legislation that would cut off federal economic development funding for state and local governments that consider actions under Kelo.

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